Adedoyin Oseni
Adedoyin Oseni | |
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| Birth name | Adedoyin Oseni |
| Born | 9 August 1994 State, Nigeria |
| Genres | gospel, contemporary gospel, worship |
| Occupations |
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| Instrument | Saxophone |
| Years active | 2018–present |
Adedoyin Oseni (born August 9, 1994) is a Nigerian-born Afro-contemporary gospel saxophonist and worship leader. He is known for his song "Incense" featuring Theophilus Ogaga and also "Jelenke iLife", which he has performed at several global stages. He won the God’s Children Got Talent 2014 edition, created by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), He also emerged as Best Gospel Saxophonist Of The Year at the Eko Heritage Awards 2024.[1][2][3][4][5]
Background and education
[edit]Adedoyin hails from Irolu Remo, Ogun State, but he was born in Bariga, Lagos state, Nigeria. He bagged a degree in political science from Olabisi Onabanjo University in 2017 and further proceeded to obtain a master’s degree in marketing with brand management from the University of Huddersfield in 2024.[6]
Career
[edit]At the age of 20, Adedoyin Oseni emerged as the winner of God’s Children Got Talent in 2014, a talent hunt show organized by the Redeemed Christian Church of God for children between the ages of 5-20, where he contested as a saxophonist.
He started his music career professionally in 2018 after a significant personal transformation from Islam to Christianity, a change which he claimed has deeply influenced his musical direction. He came into the limelight following the release of his single “Incense” featuring Theophilus Ogaga, released in 2023. The song has so far gained traction on social media.[7]
He organised the “Evening of Worship” held in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The maiden edition was held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God victory assembly in Sheffield[8], and it recorded an attendance of 250 persons, the concert was a symphony of genres, with Oseni on saxophone leading the ensemble through an intricate mix of traditional and western gospel tunes. The concert also featured other gospel singers such as Theophilus Ogaga, whose violin captivated the audience and Angela Ohiorenoya whose singing enchanted everyone who listened.[9]
In 2024, Journalist Emmanuel Daraloye stated that the combination of Adedoyin Oseni and Aweni Elewi on the Elu Agogo track might have been what the Nigerian gospel industry has been missing, he described the track as gospel meets poetry.[10]
Michael Kolawole described Oseni’s latest tune "Jelenke iLife" as a Soul-Stirring journey of healing, connection, and Upliftment[11][12]
Personal life
[edit]Adedoyin married Ololade in 2023.[13]
Awards and recognitions
[edit]| Award | Year | Category | Result | Ref. |
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| Eko Heritage Awards | 2024 | Best Gospel Saxophonist | Won | [14] |
Discography
[edit]| Song Title | Featured artist(s) | Year released |
|---|---|---|
| Incense | Theophilus Ogaga | 2022 |
| Victory Praise | None | |
| Elu Agogo | ||
| Devotion | Joshua Banjo | 2023 |
| Alagbara | None | 2024 |
| Jelenke iLife |
References
[edit]- ^ sunnews (2024-05-21). "Adedoyin Oseni, the saxophonist who has carved a niche for himself". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ "Saxophonist Adedoyin Oseni Drops New Praise Medley "Jelenke" – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2024-03-17). "An Evening of Worship with Gospel Saxophonist Adedoyin Oseni". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Oboh (2024-03-21). "Musical journey celebrating Nigeria's independence with Adedoyin Oseni". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Telegraph, New (2024-07-12). "Oseni's Artistry, Exploits With Saxophone". New Telegraph. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ calabarGist (2024-05-22). "Biography of Gospel saxophonist Adedoyin Oseni". Calabar Gist. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2024-05-27). "Adedoyin Oseni and The Horns of Patience". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Online, Tribune (2024-06-16). "Adedoyin Oseni hosts successful listening party in the UK ahead of EP release". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ "Biography of Gospel saxophonist Adedoyin Oseni | The Paradise News". theparadise.ng. 2024-03-22. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ "Review: Affirming Adedoyin Oseni's golden presence in Nigeria's music industry". BusinessDay. 2024-07-14. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2025-01-05). "Adedoyin Oseni's "Jelenke iLife": A Soul-Stirring journey of healing, connection, and upliftment". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ "Adedoyin Oseni's "Jelenke iLife": A Soul-Stirring Journey of Healing, Connection, Upliftment". Brand Icon Image - Latest Brand, Tech and Business News. 2025-01-07. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Collins, Pere (2024-03-19). "Adedoyin Oseni: All you need to know about the amazing gospel saxophonist | PulseNets". Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Emmanson, Jerry (2024-12-11). "Adedoyin Oseni Wins Best Gospel Saxophonist Of The Year". Retrieved 2025-01-17.
- ^ Nwafor (2024-12-26). "Saxophonist Adedoyin Oseni drops new tune titled Jelenke". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2025-01-17.